Global Scans · Walmart · Weekly Summary

• [New] Walmart has announced a new partnership with OpenAI that will start with allowing customers and members to soon shop with the US retail giant through ChatGPT using Instant Checkout. Retail Technology Innovation Hub
• [New] Walmart U.S. uses blockchain to track food origins, reducing contamination risk. SaGeminieTech
• [New] Walmart expects to miss its 2025 plastic and emissions goals, citing infrastructure gaps, supply shortages, and rising consumer demand. 3D Natives
• [New] Walmart Inc. WMT delivered a standout quarter in digital, with global e-commerce ascending 27% in the third quarter of fiscal 2026, including more than 20% growth in each segment. TradingView
• [New] Walmart, which has recently seen strong grocery sales, plans to announce a successor to Furner by the end of its current fiscal year. Grocery Dive
• [New] With a huge retail footprint, coupled with growing e-commerce penetration, Walmart will both benefit from online and in-store holiday spending. TFX
• [New] Amazon and Walmart are among major U.S. employers alerting staff that job duties and headcount could shift as artificial intelligence tools roll out across operations. Technori
• [New] Fintech firms adept at integrating Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) and enabling cross-border local currency transactions, such as India's PhonePe (backed by Walmart) or Brazil's Nubank, could experience a surge in transaction volumes. BRICS
• Walmart Inc. delivered a resilient third quarter of FY 2026, on the back of growing digital sales, increased customer engagement through membership offerings, and stronger operational execution in its U.S. retail and international businesses. Forbes
• Potential scenarios range from continued omnichannel domination and profit diversification for Walmart in a bullish outlook, to moderate growth with competitive headwinds, or even a bearish scenario involving margin compression and execution risks. FinancialContent
• Even membership-based warehouse clubs like Costco could see some customer shifts as Walmart expands its own membership offerings. FinancialContent
• As Walmart continues to navigate the evolving retail landscape, it remains well-positioned to capitalize on emerging opportunities and deliver consistent value to customers and shareholders alike. investing.com
• Amazon and Walmart are among firms warning employees of layoffs or disruption from AI as leaders across corporate America talk of increasing efficiency. Technori
• Companies like Amazon and Walmart are using machine learning algorithms that can predict customer preferences with astonishing accuracy while maintaining privacy standards through advanced anonymization techniques. Futurist Speaker on AI Leadership, Future of Work, Futu
• Long-term estimates indicate a potential share price above $200.00 by 2030-2035, with analysts also suggesting Walmart could reach $140 by 2030. FinancialContent
• Major retailers, such as Target and Walmart, will offer online-only savings in addition to traditional in-person sales. CNet

Last updated: 15 December 2025